Here is a list of my top 5 luxury resorts, which have met every single one of my requirements and left me with priceless memories of unforgettable times.

RESORT AT PEDREGAL CABO, MEXICO

Why I loved it:

Impeccable customer service with attention to every detail, and having to stay at other 5 star resorts I have to say, the staff at Pedregal really takes it to the next level.

The best breakfast buffet I’ve ever had. Whether you choose from the menu or go with the buffet, the choices are incredible. My favorite was toast brioche, which was simply out of this world!

Private plunge pools in every room with the view you have to see to believe it. During the winter months, you can do some whale watching right out of your terrace, binoculars are provided.

Plunge pool at Pedregal

The best guac delivered daily to your room, accompanied by beer and tortilla chips. Yumm!

Best margaritas I’ve ever had!!! and the choices are endless, spicy mango and cucumber/basil were my top picks.

If you are traveling with kids, make sure to order vanilla milkshakes from the pool bar, they were undescribable!!!

Treat yourself to a dinner at El Farallon, which is set on the cliff and boasting the most spectacular views. Very romantic and the food was definitely delicious. I’m still fantasizing about their carrot soup, which was simply out of this world.

El Farallon at PedregalChampagne at El Farallon, Cabo

2. THE CAPE, A THOMPSON HOTEL, Cabo San Lucas

Why I loved it:

The BEST (and I’m not exaggerating) view in Cabo, right from your balcony.

My favorite past time was just watching surfers do their thing every morning.

The best infinity pool. Simply left me speechless.

Infinity poolPool at the Cape, a Thompson Hotel

Amazing (although unswimmable) beach but if you are a surfer this will be a paradise for you.

Beach at The CapeSame goes to photographers, perfect setting!

Sea of Cortes, CaboSunsets were just spectacular.

Sunset in CaboGym with breathtaking views, who needs a better motivation to work out?

Gym at the Cape

3. MILL HOUSES ELEGANT SUITES, Santorini, Greece

Why I loved it:

Unforgettable views of The Caldera. Really, you can spend all day just admiring the views and still not have enough.

Delicious breakfast served daily right on your private terrace. (highlight of our stay)

Very helpful and polite staff, from restaurant recommendations to dinner reservation to sightseeing tips, they were just outstanding.

Breathtaking sunsets, and by breathtaking, I mean they will ruin you for life (in a good way of course)

4. CAPELLA MARIGOT BAY

Saint Lucia

Why I loved it:

Beautiful, lush grounds

Amazing views of the most picturesque bay in the world, every time I looked I was mesmerized.

Marina docking the most luxury yachts you will ever see outside of St. Tropez

Great pools, with one of the best sushi I’ve ever had from the pools bar.

Beautiful rooms, great amenities.

5. ANDAZ

Papagayo Bay, Costa Rica

Why I loved it:

Delicious food, from the catch of the day to quesadillas to pizza, all was freshly prepared and just scrumptious.

Really great breakfast buffet, with a variety of delicious choices and freshly made juice bar.

Amazing wildlife, monkeys being the main entertainers every evening when they come out to play.

Fauna and flora, with flowers and trees you will not see anywhere else in the world.